2101. Tuesday's Assorted Links
The post highlights various stories related to economic principles, including news consumption, price increases, credit rating downgrades, educational technology, and urban population growth.
2102. S4E23: Vítor Possebom, Econometrcian, Sao Paulo School of Economics (EESP)
Scott Cunningham interviews Vítor Possebom about his research on econometrics, causal inference, and policy evaluation in Brazil.
2103. Fewer Rules, Better People: How To Expand Discretion
An argument that expanding discretion in bureaucratic systems enhances moral decision-making and benefits society by allowing for exceptions to rigid rules.
2104. Home Depot doesn't plan to raise prices due to tariffs. But some items may disappear
A discussion on Home Depot's decision to avoid price increases despite tariffs, contrasting with other retailers facing potential price hikes.
2105. How Trump Will Make the Tariff Shock Worse
Paul Krugman discusses how Trump's tariffs create economic shocks and the negative consequences of misguided government policies on inflation and consumer prices.
2106. Trump has imposed a lot of tariffs. But here's why collecting them can be hard
Emily Feng discusses the challenges of collecting tariffs imposed by Trump due to overwhelmed agencies and savvy exporters evading taxes.
2107. What a Texas showerhead salesman discovered about 'Made in the USA' labels
A Texas showerhead salesman investigates consumer willingness to pay for American-made products, challenging the effectiveness of policies promoting domestic manufacturing.
2108. The rise of the credit card airport lounge
The discussion centers on the value of airport lounges for credit card companies and explores related economic questions about carbon taxes and gasoline prices.
2109. Is the U.S. in a "high-level equilibrium trap"?
Noah Smith discusses America's potential complacency and stagnation, drawing parallels to historical China, and emphasizes the need for progress and innovation.
2110. "Mortgage Rates Briefly Over 7%"
Mortgage rates briefly exceeded 7% due to a credit rating downgrade, but improved later in the day as the market adjusted.
2111. The Middle Income Trap
Scott Sumner discusses the implications of high marginal tax rates on income and the economic challenges faced by the UK and US, particularly regarding social benefits and Brexit.
2112. President of CBS News resigns as Trump lawsuit hovers over network
The resignation of CBS News President Wendy McMahon is linked to disagreements over the company's direction amid a lawsuit involving President Trump.
2113. LA Ports: April Inbound Traffic Up YoY, Outbound Down
Bill McBride discusses the changes in inbound and outbound container traffic at LA ports, highlighting the impact of tariffs on trade volumes.
2114. There Can Only Be One Pickle... Or Can There?
Jadrian Wooten discusses the trademark dispute between the Portland Pickles and Disney, exploring the economic implications of trademark protections on competition and innovation.
2115. Attack of the Sadistic Zombies
Paul Krugman critiques Republican budget proposals that favor the wealthy while harming low-income Americans, highlighting the regressive nature and harmful implications of such policies.
2116. Housing May 19th Weekly Update: Inventory up 1.5% Week-over-week, Up 32.7% Year-over-year
Bill McBride discusses the increase in single-family housing inventory, highlighting significant week-over-week and year-over-year changes in the market.
2117. How President Trump is sparking a crypto revolution in America
The post discusses how Trump's policies are transforming the cryptocurrency landscape in America, highlighting Coinbase's upcoming inclusion in the S&P 500.
2118. A pickled pepper maker knows exactly how hard it is to switch to natural food dyes
The challenges manufacturers face in eliminating synthetic dyes from foods may lead to increased prices, despite the appeal of natural alternatives.
2119. Verizon ends DEI policies to get FCC's blessing for its $20 billion Frontier deal
Maria Aspan discusses Verizon's decision to abandon DEI policies to secure FCC approval for its Frontier deal.
2120. 5 years since Brexit, Britain and the EU announce fresh ties
Lauren Frayer discusses the evolving relationship between Britain and the EU five years after Brexit, highlighting the need for cooperation amid global challenges.